2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Aveo | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
